2016 Summer Session Catalogue [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Summer Session I - 2016 (May 23 - June 23, 2016)
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Courses marked with an asterisks (*) will be taught. All other courses will be taught only if they have sufficient enrollment (see Course Cancellation Policy ). Students may enroll for a maximum of 7 credit hours during each term. Class periods, including a ten-minute break, are scheduled for two hours. Classes meet Monday through Friday. Laboratory periods are scheduled below.
Applied Mathematics
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MA 106* - Introduction to Probability and Statistics II
Instructor: MAJ John A. David
Location: Mallory Hall 212
Date/Time: Monday-Friday 9:45 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Credit Hours: 3
A continuation of MA 105. Topics include random variables, the binomial and normal distributions, correlation, regression, confidence intervals, and hypothesis testing. Computer/calculator applications will be chosen to enhance understanding of the topics. Prerequisite(s): MA 105 -
MA 123* - Calculus With Analytic Geometry I
Instructor: COL Gregory N. Hartman
Location: Mallory Hall 413
Date/Time: Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Credit Hours: 3
Plane analytic geometry with single variable differential calculus. Limits, derivatives, applications of derivatives, derivatives of transcendental functions and basic integration formulas. Prerequisite(s): MA 114 with a minimum grade of C, or by placement test. -
MA 124* - Calculus With Analytic Geometry II
Instructor: LTC Dimplekumar N. Chalishajar
Location: Mallory Hall 412
Date/Time: Monday-Friday 9:45 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Credit Hours: 3
A continuation of MA 123. Integration and its applications, methods of integration, L’Hopital’s Rule, improper integrals, infinite sequences and series. Prerequisite(s): MA 123 with a minimum grade of C. -
MA 126 - Quantitative Methods II
Instructor: COL Gregory N. Hartman
Location: Mallory Hall 413
Date/Time: Monday-Friday 9:45 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Credit Hours: 3
A study of the basic concepts of differentiation and integration to include partial derivatives and the Method of Lagrange emphasizing the techniques and applications relevant to business and economics. Prerequisite(s): MA 125 with a minimum grade of C. -
MA 311* - Elementary Differential Equations
Instructor: LTC Dimplekumar N. Chalishajar
Location: Mallory Hall 412
Date/Time: Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Credit Hours: 3
Ordinary differential equations; applications; Laplace transforms; selected topics from partial differential equations. Prerequisite(s): MA 124
Biology
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BI 102* - General Biology II
Instructor: Dr. Eileen T. Hinks
Location: Maury-Brooke Hall 314
Date/Time: Lecture: Monday-Friday 9:45 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. Lab: Monday, Tuesday, & Thursday 2:40 p.m. - 5:40 p.m.
Credit Hours: 4
Lecture material will derive from the concepts presented in the text. BI 102 will focus upon evolutionary principles including selection, speciation, phylogeny, and homology; ecological principles including population and community dynamics, niche theory, competition, trophic levels and symbiosis; and the structure and functioning of specific organ systems. Laboratory topics will complement lecture material as well as include use of the scientific method activities as a means of reinforcing lecture material and preparing for an original research project to be conducted at the end of the semester. -
BI 218X - Biology of Gender
Instructor: Dr. Eileen T. Hinks
Location: Maury-Brooke Hall 314
Date/Time: Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Credit Hours: 3
This course is designed to provide a general overview of human reproductive biology and how male and female health can be affected by social, cultural, and environmental factors. Topics include, but are not restricted to, anatomy and development, reproductive health including hormonal changes throughout life, contraception, sexually transmitted diseases, pregnancy, and infertility (including assisted reproductive technologies). Students will study the cultural differences in men’s and women’s health in the U.S. and other developed countries as well as developing countries. Note: Civilizations & Cultures Course.
Business
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BU 210* - Financial Accounting
Instructor: Mr. Joseph R. Gearhart
Location: Scott Shipp Hall 328
Date/Time: Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Credit Hours: 3
Basic principles and concepts of accounting, recording and reporting transactions, and preparation and interpretation of periodic statements. Emphasis is on the rationale underlying accounting operations. Prerequisite(s): MA 105 & MA 106 with a minimum grade of C, or MA 123 & MA 124 with a minimum grade of C, or MA 125 & MA 126 with a minimum grade of C. -
BU 306X - International Business
Instructor: COL Clifford T. West, Jr.
Location: Scott Shipp Hall 328
Date/Time: Monday-Friday 9:45 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Credit Hours: 3
This is a course designed to increase the student’s awareness of the fundamentals of the international business environment, and focuses on the issues and problems confronting managers in international business. The international business environment includes viewing national differences in political economy and cultures, global trade, monetary policies, strategies and structures of international businesses, and how basic business functions are best performed on an international basis. Note: Civilizations & Cultures Course Prerequisite(s): EC 201 & EC 202
Chemistry
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CH 137 - Introductory College Chemistry I
Instructor: Dr. Dale R. Raymond
Location: Maury-Brooke Hall 208
Date/Time: Monday-Friday 9:45 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Credit Hours: 3
A study of the fundamental principles of chemistry and their applications, designed for science, math, and engineering majors. Topics include atomic and molecular structure, chemical bonding, gases, thermochemistry, stoichiometry, physical and chemical properties. Corequisite(s): CH 117
Civil Engineering
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CE 302 - Dynamics
Instructor: Maj. Matthew K. Swenty
Location: Nichols Engineering Hall 439
Date/Time: Monday-Friday 9:45 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Credit Hours: 3
Vector and scalar methods in kinematics, including absolute and relative motion of particles and rigid bodies; kinetics, with solutions of rigid bodies by the methods of force, mass and acceleration, work and energy, and impulse and momentum. Analysis of single degree of freedom systems. Prerequisite(s): CE-205 or ME-201 Corequisite(s):
Computer Information Sciences
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CIS 111 - Programming I
Instructor: Dr. Youna Jung
Location: Mallory Hall 310
Date/Time: Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Credit Hours: 3
An introduction to fundamental data types and programming concepts using a modern algorithmic language. Emphasis is on programming style, documentation, and implementation of standard elementary algorithms and data structures.
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CIS 351 - Software Engineering
Instructor: Dr. Youna Jung
Location: Mallory Hall 310
Date/Time: Monday-Friday 9:45 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.
Credit Hours: 3
The software development process and life cycle: design and implementation, documentation and maintenance, verification and validation, CASE tools, and project management. Social and ethical issues faced by the computing professional. Course includes a collaborative team project with oral and written presentations. Prerequisite(s): CIS 112 with a minimum grade of C
Economics
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EC 202* - Principles of Macroeconomics
Instructor: COL Tinni Sen
Location: Scott Shipp Hall 319
Date/Time: Monday-Friday 9:45 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Credit Hours: 3
An analytical study of the determination of output, employment, interest rates, and inflation in national and global economies. The tools developed in this course are critically applied to the understanding of national economic policy issues. -
EC 300 - Intermediate Microeconomics
Instructor: LTC Samuel K. Allen
Location: Scott Shipp Hall 310
Date/Time: Monday-Friday 9:45 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Credit Hours: 3
Analysis of the determination of price and output in commodity and factor markets under varying market conditions, the role of prices in the allocation of resources and distribution of income, and the nature of partial and general equilibrium. This is a calculus-based course. Prerequisite(s): EC 201, EC 202, MA 125, MA 126 or EC 201, EC 202, MA 123, MA 124 all with a minimum grade of C. -
EC 307W - International Finance
Instructor: COL Tinni Sen
Location: Scott Shipp Hall 319
Date/Time: Monday-Friday 12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Credit Hours: 3
A study of the theory of the macroeconomics of international trade and its application to foreign exchange markets and exchange rate policies. Topics include the prediction of exchange rate movements, the role of international institutions such as the IMF, the World Bank, the European Union and the WTO, and the importance of open economy macroeconomic models. Note: Writing Intensive Course Prerequisite(s): EC 201 & EC 202 with a minimum grade of C. -
EC 408W - Development of Economic Thought
Instructor: LTC Samuel K. Allen
Location: Scott Shipp Hall 310
Date/Time: Monday-Friday 12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Credit Hours: 3
A study of the evolution of economic analysis from the time of Aristotle to the present. Emphasis is placed on how economic theory evolved, how it was influenced by events, and how the early philosophers contributed to its evolution. A comparison with present-day orthodox theory is made throughout the course. Note: Writing Intensive. Prerequisite(s): EC 300 & EC 330 or with a minimum grade of C.
English, Rhetoric, and Humanistic Studies
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ERH 102* - English Composition II
Instructor: Mr. Mattie Q. Smith
Location: Scott Shipp Hall 219
Date/Time: Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Credit Hours: 3
This course reinforces students’ understanding of the writing process, enhances their ability to develop a defensible argumentative thesis, and develops their ability to use research to inform and advance an argument. Note: Minimum grade of C required. Cadets cannot take this course if they have already taken EN 102 or WR 102. Prerequisite(s): ERH 101 with a minimum grade of C. -
ERH 103 - Fundamentals of Public Speaking
Instructor: Mr. George A. Abry, Jr.
Location: Scott Shipp Hall 218
Date/Time: Monday-Friday 9:45 a.m. - 10:35 a.m. (14 Total Class Meetings)
Credit Hours: 1
Emphasizing organization and delivery, this course introduces basic rhetorical theory and teaches cadets to consider audience, purpose, context, and occasion as both speakers and listeners. While there are no prerequisites, cadets are encouraged to complete ERH 102 with a minimum grade of C prior to taking ERH 103. Note: Cadets cannot take this course if they have already taken SE 300. -
ERH 207 - Ethics
Instructor: Dr. Reshef Agam-Segal
Location: Scott Shipp Hall 219
Date/Time: Monday-Friday 9:45 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Credit Hours: 3
An introduction to critical thinking about moral concepts and issues, including why one should be moral, major theories of what is right and wrong, and controversial social problems concerning questions of justice, life, and death. Note: Cadets cannot take this course if they have already taken PH-204 or PH-304. Prerequisite(s): ERH 102, WR 102 or EN 102 with a minimum grade of C. -
ERH 303WX - Cultural Rhetorics-Appalachia
Instructor: MAJ Joshua G. Iddings
Location: Scott Shipp Hall 217
Date/Time: Monday-Friday 12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Credit Hours: 3
The purpose of this course is to examine the cultural rhetorics of the Appalachian region of the United States. Through careful and critical examination of key texts, films, and music from and about the Appalachian region, students will gain an understanding of the ways the region is shaped rhetorically from both the outside and within the actual region itself. Note: Writing Intensive/Civilizations & Cultures Course. Prerequisite(s): ERH/EN/WR 102 with a minimum grade of C.
History
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HI 103* - World History I
Instructor: Dr. Clifford A. Kiracofe Jr.
Location: Scott Shipp Hall 516
Date/Time: Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Credit Hours: 3
A study of the world’s major civilizations prior to 1500, concentrating on their primary values and institutions, and their cultural contacts. Particular attention devoted to the Middle East, China, India, the Mediterranean world, and Western Europe.
International Studies and Political Science
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IS 340 - Political Theory
Instructor: LTC Ryan R. Holston
Location: Scott Shipp Hall 449
Date/Time: Monday-Friday 12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Credit Hours: 3
First, this course will introduce cadets to the fundamental questions raised in the study of Political Theory, or Political Philosophy, and the importance that these questions have been accorded for over two millennia of Western history. These are the questions - those related to “the good life” - that were once thought to be at the center of a Liberal Arts education. Cadets will examine the answers to these questions provided by some of the most renowned thinkers in the Western tradition and begin to formulate their own responses. Second, this introduction to the theoretical method will have the added benefit of helping to prepare cadets to ask rigorous qualitative questions. The hard work done in this class will thus help prepare cadets for critical reasoning, writing, and oral argument within Political Science, in other disciplines, and even outside of the classroom.
Physical Education
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PE 471 - Mind/Body Wellness & Integrative Medicine
Instructor: COL Holly Richardson
Location: Cormack Hall 234
Date/Time: Monday-Friday 12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Credit Hours: 3
This course will introduce students to integrative medicine using traditional concepts from the field of wellness. What once was thought of as alternative and complimentary is now becoming standard in many centers for integrative medicine. The course will present new scientific evidence and evidence based approaches (treatment) in the field of health, wellness and medicine. Existing programs with best practices in behavior change, mindfulness, stress management/relaxation and movement will be emphasized. Note: PE 471 does not fulfill PE requirements.
Psychology
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PS 201 (S1) - Introduction to Psychology
Instructor: LTC Scott T. Frein
Location: Carroll Hall 410
Date/Time: Monday-Friday 9:45 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Credit Hours: 3
Principles of human and animal behavior including brain function, motivation, learning, thinking, perception, emotions, personality, attitudes, and aptitudes. This course is a suggested prerequisite for all other courses in psychology. -
PS 318 - Introduction to Counseling and Psychotherapy
Instructor: LTC Glenn R. Sullivan
Location: Scott Shipp Hall 109
Date/Time: Monday-Friday 9:45 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Credit Hours: 3
An overview of the major concepts of contemporary therapeutic systems and an introduction to the elements of effective counseling and psychotherapy. Empirical evaluation of treatment outcomes is emphasized. Research, legal, and ethical issues are examined. Students will learn basic counseling and communication skills through lecture, demonstration, and experiential exercises. Prerequisite(s): PS 201 with a minimum grade of C. -
PS 401 - Psychology of Cognition
Instructor: LTC Scott T. Frein
Location: Carroll Hall 410
Date/Time: Monday-Friday 12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Credit Hours: 3
An introductory course on human cognition. Topics include perception, attention, memory, visual knowledge, decision-making, problem solving, language, and consciousness. Emphasis will be placed on examining different approaches for studying and defining cognition, as well as the contributions that neuroscientific research has made to the field. Prerequisite(s): PS 201
Physics
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AT 170 - The Universe
Instructor: COL Gregory A. Topasna
Location: Mallory Hall 119
Date/Time: Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Credit Hours: 3
A one semester introductory general astronomy course for non-science majors. Topics covered include observations of the night sky, the solar system and its contents, the sun and the nature of stars, stellar evolution, galaxies and cosmology. -
PY 155* - Laboratory for PY 160
Instructor: LTC Daniela M. Topasna
Location: Mallory Hall 220
Date/Time: Monday, Tuesday & Thursday 2:40 p.m. - 5:40 p.m.
Credit Hours: 1
A laboratory course to investigate the concepts covered in PY 160. Computer generated graphs, spreadsheets, and regression analysis are required for most experiments. Note: Enrollment limited to 20 students. Corequisite(s): PY 160 -
PY 160* - General Physics I
Instructor: LTC Daniela M. Topasna
Location: Mallory Hall 119
Date/Time: Monday-Friday 12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Credit Hours: 3
This calculus based course constitutes a general course in physics covering the topics of mechanics, heat, sound, light, and electricity and magnetism, and optics This sequence is not suitable for physics majors. Note: Enrollment limited to 20 students. Prerequisite(s): MA 123
Spanish
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SP 101* - Elementary Spanish
Instructor: Dr. John W. Knowles, III
Location: Scott Shipp Hall 401
Date/Time: Monday-Friday 9:45 a.m. - 11:5 a.m.
Credit Hours: 3
An introduction to the fundamentals of Spanish. Primary emphasis on the acquisition of the basic language skills (comprehending, speaking, reading, and writing) within the context of structural principles. Secondary emphasis on the culture where Spanish is spoken. Intended for beginners with no previous experience in the language. -
SP 201* - Intermediate Spanish
Instructor: COL John E. Cerkey
Location: Scott Shipp Hall 401
Date/Time: Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Credit Hours: 3
A systematic review of grammar and the reading of texts of significant literary or historical value. Composition, aural, and oral work continued. Prerequisite(s): SP 102
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